2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
